Republicans in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District are meeting tonight to select a replacement nominee following Congressman Chuck Edwards’ withdrawal from the race. State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom appears to be the frontrunner after Sen. Tim Moffitt and Adam Smith announced they would not seek the nomination. The program also features a two-part exclusive interview with Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse. Plus, the State Board of Elections has approved early voting plans for 80 counties as preparations continue for the November election.

Republicans in North Carolina&rsquo;s 11th Congressional District are meeting tonight to select a replacement nominee following Congressman Chuck Edwards&rsquo; withdrawal from the race. State Rep. Jennifer Balkcom appears to be the frontrunner after Sen. Tim Moffitt and Adam Smith announced they would not seek the nomination. The program also features a two-part exclusive interview with Miss North Carolina USA Brittany Boltinhouse. Plus, the State Board of Elections has approved early voting plans for 80 counties as preparations continue for the November election.

The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT focuses on state-wide news, politics, and business stories that impact the lives of the residents of Charlotte and all of North Carolina utilizing the exceptional resources of The Carolina Journal.

The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT focuses on state-wide news, politics, and business stories that impact the lives of the residents of Charlotte and all of North Carolina utilizing the exceptional resources of The Carolina Journal.

The Carolina Journal News Hour on WBT

NC-11 GOP Meets Tonight; Miss NC USA Exclusive

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President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District, while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip. Meanwhile, North Carolina has secured nearly $300 million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state’s fisheries. Plus, a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be forced to testify in the ongoing lawsuit brought by bar owners over COVID-era shutdown restrictions.

President Donald Trump has endorsed Republican Jennifer Balkcom in North Carolina&rsquo;s 11th Congressional District, while new questions are emerging over campaign funds connected to outgoing Congressman Chuck Edwards and a Las Vegas trip. Meanwhile, North Carolina has secured nearly $300 million in federal funding for rail safety improvements and track upgrades across the state. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss a major court ruling finding that North Carolina has failed to meet its constitutional obligation to maintain and protect the state&rsquo;s fisheries. Plus, a judge has ruled that former Governor Roy Cooper will not be forced to testify in the ongoing lawsuit brought by bar owners over COVID-era shutdown restrictions.

Trump Backs Balkcom; $300M for Rail; Judge Rules on NC Fisheries

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Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a North Carolina elections bill that would shorten the state's early voting period, setting up another potential showdown with Republican lawmakers over election policy. Meanwhile, a new audit of the Charlotte Area Transit System found millions of dollars in estimated annual losses from fare evasion while also identifying broader security and enforcement concerns. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-era shutdown lawsuit, where bar owners argue former Governor Roy Cooper’s testimony is “crucial” to their case. Plus, Stein has vetoed legislation that would allow the chief justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court to suspend judges in certain circumstances.

Governor Josh Stein has vetoed a North Carolina elections bill that would shorten the state's early voting period, setting up another potential showdown with Republican lawmakers over election policy. Meanwhile, a new audit of the Charlotte Area Transit System found millions of dollars in estimated annual losses from fare evasion while also identifying broader security and enforcement concerns. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joins the program to discuss the latest developments in the COVID-era shutdown lawsuit, where bar owners argue former Governor Roy Cooper&rsquo;s testimony is &ldquo;crucial&rdquo; to their case. Plus, Stein has vetoed legislation that would allow the chief justice of the North Carolina Supreme Court to suspend judges in certain circumstances.

Stein Vetoes Election Bill; CATS Audit Finds Millions in Lost Fares

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Republicans have selected Walsh as their nominee for North Carolina House District 117, replacing Jennifer Balkcom after she became the GOP nominee for Congress in the 11th District. Meanwhile, Prysmian has announced plans for a $1 billion expansion in Catawba County that is expected to create 385 jobs. The program also covers Attorney General Jeff Jackson’s argument that Duke Energy’s proposed residential rate increase amounts to 9.3%, rather than the previously cited 6.8%. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation discusses a North Carolina Supreme Court ruling allowing a lawsuit involving expulsions from a private school to proceed. Plus, a new report ranks North Carolina’s charter school law seventh-best in the nation.

Republicans have selected Walsh as their nominee for North Carolina House District 117, replacing Jennifer Balkcom after she became the GOP nominee for Congress in the 11th District. Meanwhile, Prysmian has announced plans for a $1 billion expansion in Catawba County that is expected to create 385 jobs. The program also covers Attorney General Jeff Jackson&rsquo;s argument that Duke Energy&rsquo;s proposed residential rate increase amounts to 9.3%, rather than the previously cited 6.8%. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation discusses a North Carolina Supreme Court ruling allowing a lawsuit involving expulsions from a private school to proceed. Plus, a new report ranks North Carolina&rsquo;s charter school law seventh-best in the nation.

Walsh Replaces Balkcom; $1B Expansion; Duke Rate Fight

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NC-11 GOP Meets Tonight; Miss NC USA Exclusive

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